2021 Map of Marl Mountains

About this map

The Marl Mountains rise from the high desert floor in this contemporary survey of the eastern Mojave National Preserve. This arid landscape is defined by its complex volcanic history, most notably the Cinder Cone Lava Beds and the natural formation at Aikens Arch. Water is the primary sculptor and sustainer here, with seasonal drainage systems like Black Tank Wash and Willow Wash cutting through the terrain. For those interested in the human history of the desert, the map documents critical water sources that long dictated travel routes, including the well-known Marl Spring, Rainbow Wells, and Sheep Spring. Modern access is represented primarily by Kelbaker Road, which skirts the southern edge of the mountain range as it crosses the Mojave Desert.